Audio and Sound
- Audio Technology: Custom high-excursion Apple driver, custom high dynamic range amplifier.
- Sound Modes: Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio, Transparency mode, Adaptive EQ.
- Personalization: Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking, Personalized Volume, Loud Sound Reduction.
Sensors and Controls
- Sensors: Dual beamforming microphones, inward-facing microphone, skin-detect sensor, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer, heart rate sensor for workouts.
- Controls: Touch control for playback, calls, and switching modes; swipe up or down to adjust volume. "Siri" or "Hey Siri" voice control is also supported.
Chip and Connectivity
- Chip: Apple H2 chip for the earbuds, with an Apple U2 chip in the MagSafe Charging Case for the MagSafe version.
- Connectivity: Supports Bluetooth.
- Charging Case: MagSafe Charging Case with USB-C.
Battery Life and Durability
- Listening Time: Up to 8 hours of listening with Active Noise Cancellation enabled (up to 7.5 hours with Spatial Audio and Head Tracking enabled). Up to 6.5 hours during workouts with heart rate sensing.
- Water Resistance: IP57 sweat and water resistance rating for the earbuds and charging case (maximum depth of 1 meter up to 30 minutes).